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Join the Nike Training Club

assataSAYS — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 13:33:01 +0000

Sometime in December, Raeana told me about this new workout app she’d discovered for her iPhone and insisted that I get it. I wasn’t too open to the idea although I had been complaining for more than 6 months about how difficult it was to find a good exercise program.

One month later, and at least twice a week I’m posting images like the one above to my instagram, Twitter, and Facebook pages. They’re all from the Nike Training Club app.

Just as the homepage describes, it’s the closest thing to having a personal trainer right at home. There are a series of workouts ranging from 15 to 45 minutes targeting whichever body part(s) you wish to concentrate on. Plus, the more time you clock on the app, the more workouts that are opened up to you including yoga and workouts created by celebrity trainers like Jeanetter Jenkins and Ary Nunez.

Oh yea… did I mention the app is FREE?

For more info, look below…

“Nike Training Club is a mobile app that gives you your very own personal trainer anytime, anywhere. Developed by Nike professional trainers, it puts decads of training expertise at your fingertips.” — via Nike

“Select your goal and fitness level, then choose from over 85 workouts that will help get you lean, toned or strong. With more drills than ever before, NTC is designed to keep you motivated and focused to maximize your results.”

It’s hard for me to get to the gym during the week (read: I hate going any other day but Saturday) so I’m hoping I can stick with this app to help keep me motivated throughout the week. Tip-top shape is my goal not just for the year or the summer but, for life!

To learn more about the Nike Training Club, check out Nike.com.

Babeland, Bust Magazine, and Baked by Assata for V-Day

assataSAYS — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 13:55:05 +0000

If you follow my Twitter or Instagram account, then you know that I love to bake. Well, I finally found a reason to bake without consuming everything I make like a ~~fat ass~~ healthy, growing, young woman. Last December, I baked my signature Sweet Potato Pie Bites for Babeland’s Holiday event with Burlesque artist Darlinda Just Darlinda.

I’m happy to announce that I’ve linked up with the pioneering toy store again for a Valentine’s Day event next month.

If any of you made it to Raeana’s Naked Hearts event a couple of weeks ago, then you know what to expect. For those of you who have yet to taste my sweets, you’re in for a treat. I hope to see you all there!

Sexy Valentine’s Party with BUST MAGAZINE
feat. Treats from Baked by Assata
Tuesday, February 7, 2012 at 7pm
Babeland - 43 Mercer Street
btwn Broome and Grand Street
Soho, New York

It’s Sale Time!

assataSAYS — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 16:50:02 +0000

I’m sure, by now, you all are familiar with Vintage Shaun. Every season, she has a sale at Nu Hotel in Downtown Brooklyn but this weekend will be her annual BLOWOUT sale! So, you can spend some cash now picking up key vintage pieces to mix in with all of the designer pieces you’ll get at the BARNEY’S WAREHOUSE SALE NEXT MONTH!

Yes, the Barney’s Semi-Annual Warehouse sale will be here in just a few weeks so plan accordingly. For more info on both sales, look below…

Here’s a tip for the Vintage Shaun sale: TAKE A FRIEND! [you'll thank me later]

Vintage Shaun Blowout Sale
Saturday, January 28, 2012 - Sunday, January 29, 2012
Zion Gallery
152 MacDonough Street
btwn Marcus Garvey and Throop Ave
Brooklyn, New York

The Barney’s Semi-Annual Warehouse Sale is set to start (ON MY BEST FRIENDS BIRTHDAY!!) Thursday, February 16, 2012 and will end on Sunday, February 26, 2012. Racked noted that the sale is noticibally shorter than it was last summer and is also shorter than it has been in recent years. That made me think back to the rumor of Barney’s CEO eventually fazing the sale out. Hmmmm… You guys better head over while the getting is still ~~good~~ available.

Naked Hearts Presents “A Love Affair”

assataSAYS — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 12:46:09 +0000

For all of you that have seen me blog and tweet and twitpic and instagram about Naked Hearts for the last year, you’ll finally have your opportunity to see Naked Hearts up close and meet their creator, designer Raeana.

This Thursday, “A Love Affair,” the short film produced by young director AV Rockwell will premier at Nolan. The short features Naked Hearts.

“This season, Naked Hearts teamed up with filmmaker AV Rockwell to create a short film entitles “A Love Affair: that captures the essence of NH.” — via Raeana

I’ll be there this Thursday and I hope to see some AssataSAYS.com readers there as well!

Naked Hearts Presents “A Love Affair”
Thursday, January 12, 2012
7p - 10p
Nolan
69 lafayette Avenue
at South Elliot Place
Brooklyn, NY
RSVP: Info@NkdHearts.com

Have You Joined Fab?

assataSAYS — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 13:00:26 +0000

Yesterday I received my second order from Fab.com. I instagrammed pictures of both items and got more inquiries than I thought I would.

Fab.com is just like any other daily deal site except design is the main focus of every sale.

On the thank you note that came in both of my boxes was this quote from the founders of Fab.com:

“We believe everyone, everywhere benefits from good design.”

Fab.com is “on a mission to be the world’s most valuable design resource.” And, they’re well on their way.

To learn more about my recent purchases and to get a special invitation to Fab.com, look below…

The first thing I ordered was the Pop Phone (Native Union Moshi Moshi Retro POP Handset for iPhone,…). I had seen it on Amazon over a month ago but wasn’t sure I wanted to pay $30 for something I didn’t really need. After a little bit of waiting, the phone showed up on Fab so I ordered it. I posted the pic below and got a bunch of comments on it. I saw the same phone in Urban Outfitters yesterday for $36. I REALLY like the handset so $36 is reasonable but it’s way too much since, now you know, you can get it for less than $30.

After making that purchase, I ended up with a $15 credit on Fab. I waited a bit before using it so that I could spend my credit on just the right thing. And then I saw the sale that included Black and Blum’s very well designed lunch box kits. I first became aware of the design partners from Fast Company in an article titled 5 Steps to Designing the Ultimate Lunch Box.

The Box Appetit lunch box which retails for $22 went on sale at Fab.com during Thanksgiving week for $15. Of course, I was happy because the only thing I would have to pay for was shipping! My box came last night and I brought it with me to work today. I’m hopping that I enjoy using it as much as I like looking at it!

To check out the sales Fab.com has up this week, click here. More importantly, to join Fab.com, click here.

Holiday Sip ‘n’ Shop with Vintage Shaun

assataSAYS — Fri, 25 Nov 2011 16:45:38 +0000

It’s that time again! Vintage Shaun is throwing her seasonal Sip ‘n’ Shop at Nu Hotel in Downtown Brooklyn next weekend, Saturday, December 3, 2010. To make the vintage deals even sweeter, I’ll be providing Sweet Potato Pie Bites while you shop!

Glamorize your holiday wardrobe one Vintage Shaun piece at a time. Shop from a selection of stellar accessories and clothing for both men and women from decades past. Refreshments provided by Seagram’s Smooth and Baked by Assata. — via Vintage Shaun

Vintage Shaun’s Winter Sip ‘n’ Shop
Saturday, December 3, 2011
12p - 5p
Nu Hotel
85 Smith Street
btwn Atlantic and State Street

Double Goose Pop-Up Shop

assataSAYS — Thu, 17 Nov 2011 23:37:05 +0000

We had a REALLY nice run this week; we spent a few days this week in the 60’s! That won’t be the case for the weekend and probably the next couple of months. Now is a good a time as any to stock up on some winter gear and Reed Space is helping you do just that.

Next Tuesday, November 22, 2011, Double Goose returns to the Reed Space Annex.

Prices are steep if you’re on a budget but the quality is remarkable.

Double Goose Pop-Up Shop
Reed Space Annex
151 Orchard Street
btwn Rivington and Stanton Street
LES, NY

Want something a little less expensive? Check out the info on the Penfield sale, which starts tomorrow, Friday, November 18, 2011 below…

Penfield Sample Sale
Friday, November 18, 2011 - Sunday, November 22, 2011
Reed Space Annex
151 Orchard Street
btwn Rivington and Stanton Street
LES, NY

Baked by Assata at Babeland

assataSAYS — Fri, 11 Nov 2011 01:13:02 +0000

For the second winter, holiday season in a row, I will be spending nearly all of my free time baking. If you follow me on Instagram (”AssataSAYS”, of course), Twitter, Facebook, or Tumblr, you’ve already seen the pictures of my peach cobblers, sweet potato pie bites, and apple pies. Well, if you’ve been eager to taste before placing an order of your own, you can come down to Babeland’s Soho store on Wednesday, December 7, 2011 and try out my sweet potato pie bites.

The event is completely free and should be a lot of fun. Babeland usually throws pretty nice parties and with my treats in tow, it’s sure to be a hit!

For photos of my goodies and more info on the event, look below…

These are sweet potato pie bites…

and this is my peach cobbler. If you want to see more pics, check me out on Instagram at AssataSAYS.

Hip Shakin’ Holiday Party at Babeland
43 Mercer Street
Broome and Grand Street
Soho, New York

This is an adult only event. For more Babeland event info, click here.

Exposure S/S 2012 Preview Day

assataSAYS — Sun, 30 Oct 2011 01:52:30 +0000

On Wednesday, I took a trip to the Exposure showroom to check out the Spring/Summer 2012 lines for the brands they represent. I just want to say that these ladies and gentlemen put in work. It wasn’t until I got ready to do this post and popped in the flash drive I was given with all of the press kits on it that I realized the drive also included a playlist of some hot ’90s joints. You guys can check the bottom of this post for the complete playlist.

The jacket above is from Dr. Martens. I didn’t get a chance to try it on (although I’m almost positive if it fit Brittany, It wouldn’t fit me anyway) but I can’t wait ’til it’s released! It’s probably the one piece I’m really excited about.

I switched from my crap-ass Blackberry to an iPhone about a month ago. One of my friends keeps teasing me about the case I have now. So, I’m trying to decide if I’ll go with a Good Wood case I’ve seen at Reed Space or go with one of the Incase designs I’ve seen. A few of these are up for sale now on GoIncase.com.

To see some more of my top picks for the upcoming season, look below…

I’m feeling these three the most.

And Nigel Sylvester’s G-Shock collection…

And in case you don’t know about Nigel…

Sylvester, a BMX icon and one of the most dominant athletes in the sport, has continued to captivate audiences with his impressive array of tricks and innovative street riding. “Casio G-Shock is pleased to sponsor Nigel Sylvester,” said Shigenori Itoh, CEO of Casio. — via Exposure

Delphine-Charlotte Paramentier is another accessories brand represented by Exposure. They had some really “standout” pieces. Take a look…

The above pic was taken from the DCP Lookbook.

Dr. Martens had never even been on my radar before that First and Forever event but I saw even more pieces to come next year and I’m too disappointed that I couldn’t post the photographs! So cute! I can post these though…

The downside to seeing all of this stuff before it’s released is anticipating all of this Spring stuff when we’re in the middle of Fall (which feels like Winter). Ugh! Well… if you don’t already have them, search for these songs on YouTube (or create a Pandora station like I did) and rock out like I’ve been doing.

Exposure S/S 2012 Mixtape Playlist
1. Searching - 33 1/3 Queen
2. Blow Your House Down - A Guy Called Gerald
3. Pump Up the Jam (Instrumental) - Technotronic feat. Felly
4. Juicy - The Notorious B.I.G.
5. Big Fun - Inner City
6. Everybody, Everybody - Love Unlimited Edit) - Black Box
7. Gypsy Woman - Crystal Waters
8. My Boo - Ghost Town DJ’s
9. Groove is in the Heart - Deee Lite
10. Finally (Extended Classic Club Mix) - CeCe Peniston
11. The Power (Instrumental) - Snap!
12. Finally (12″ Mix) - CeCe Peniston
13. Is It Good To You - Teddy Riley
14. I Wish - Skee Lo
15. My Lovin’ (You’re Never Gonna Get It) - En Vogue
16. I Get Around - 2Pac Shakur
17. O.P.P. - Naughty By Nature
18. You Know How We Do It - Ice Cube
19. Born to Roll - Masta Ace Inc.

Duvetica S/S 2012

assataSAYS — Sat, 29 Oct 2011 23:48:40 +0000

A few weeks ago, I visited the M5 Showroom to check out the Spring/Summer 2012 collection of Duvetica jackets. I remember when Raeana was in Paris and spoke about the line. She was the first person I had ever heard mention it. Only after I heard I’d be viewing the new collection did I do a little digging. Designers Giampiero Vagliano and Stefano Rovolett left Moncler to start Duvetica. I expected the same quality if not better because of it and that’s what I saw.

This was one of my fav for the day.

Suede exterior with a quilted chambray interior.

To see more from the collection, look below…

I pulled the photo above from the Lookbook to show the colorways.

I’ve wanted an anorak like this since like… 4th grade. Maybe by the time the line drops, I’ll be able to get one.

These jackets won’t be available until next year but they’re much to light for the weather we’re having anyway. If you’ve been on the hunt for a new winter coat like I have been, check Duvetica out at Bloomingdales.com or Net-A-Poter.com.